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Travel restrictions for the pregnant passenger

By Arlene Fleming, About.com

Continental Airlines
  • Medical certificate required if traveling within seven days of due date. Certificate must state that the passenger has been examined and is fit to travel.
United Airlines
  • Pregnant passengers traveling within a month of the due date must obtain a medical certificate dated within 72 hours of departure stating that she is fit to travel.
US Airways
  • Doctor's certificate required if traveling within seven days of due date. Certificate must state that the passenger has been examined and is fit to travel. Certificate must be dated within 72 hours of flight departure.
Air Canada
  • No travel restrictions within first eight months for passengers with a normal, uncomplicated pregnancy.
  • Travel within the last month of pregnancy is contingent on obtaining a medical certificate stating that a pregnant passenger is fit to travel.
Mexicana
  • Pregnant passengers within three months of due date are required to present a medical certificate. Certificate must state that the passenger has been examined and is fit to travel. Certificate must be dated within seven days of departure.
  • A limited liability form must also be signed by the pregnant passenger.
Varig Brasil
  • Passengers are advised against traveling in their last month of pregnancy.
  • From the 36th to the 38th week of pregnancy a medical certificate is required deeming the passenger fit to travel.
  • From the 38th week onward pregnant passengers may only travel if accompanied by medical personnel.
  • No particular restrictions following delivery, although Varig does advise against traveling until the infant is at least one week old.
Aeromexico
  • Suggests pregnant passengers at all stages of pregnancy should seek the advice of a medical professional prior to travel.
  • If traveling after the seventh month of pregnancy a medical certificate is required stating the passenger is fit to travel. A letter freeing Aeromexico from any liability must also be signed by the pregnant passenger.


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